Pohnpei Starling vs Apo Myna
Aplonis pelzelni compared with Goodfellowia miranda
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Pohnpei Starling | Apo Myna |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Aplonis pelzelni | Goodfellowia miranda |
| Order | Passeriformes | Passeriformes |
| Family | Sturnidae | Sturnidae |
| Conservation Status | Critically Endangered | Near Threatened |
| Length | — | — |
| Wingspan | 20.0 cm (7.9 in) | 23.7 cm (9.3 in) |
| Weight | 47.0 g (1.66 oz) | 109.0 g (3.84 oz) |
| Diet | -- | -- |
| Clutch Size | 2 | -- |
| Population Trend | — | — |
Habitat Comparison
Conservation Status
Critically Endangered
Pohnpei Starling
Near Threatened
Apo Myna
About These Birds
Apo Myna
The Apo Myna is a near-threatened starling endemic to Mount Apo and surrounding mountains in Mindanao, Philippines, weighing about 109 grams with a wingspan near 24 cm. It inhabits montane forest interiors where it forages for fruit and invertebrates. Its restricted range and ongoing forest loss in Mindanao pose ongoing threats to the species.